Dover Castle (English Heritage)
Dover, Kent
Visit any day
Great Tower and Secret Wartime Tunnels.
- Home ed
- English Heritage gives home education groups free entry for a self-led learning visit. Book at least 14 days ahead with clear learning objectives; the group must be not-for-profit and led by its own leader. Adult ratios: 1:6 for ages 5–7, 1:10 for 7–11, 1:15 for 11–18. Handling boxes and an education room can be booked. Book online at bookings.english-heritage.org.uk/education or call 0370 333 0606.
- Good to know
- The Operation Dynamo section of the Secret Wartime Tunnels is closed for maintenance.
Why we'd go
A huge site with great views, lots of history, a play area and atmospheric wartime tunnels. The shorter Underground Hospital tour suits younger children.
Watch out for
The Secret Wartime Tunnels queue can be very long in holidays – arrive at opening and go there first. It's steep and exposed on the hill; use the land train and bring a windproof layer.
Details last checked: 1 October 2026. Please check with the venue before you travel.
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